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Major Event Fund ACT

ACT Government · Checked 2026-10-16

This program provides funding to support the delivery of major events in Canberra that bring substantial economic benefit, offer marketing and promotion opportunities for the Canberra region, provide high-quality event experiences, and engage the local community.

Form of value

Grant funding

Indicative value

Funding of between $50,000 and $500,000

Current availability

Applications should ideally be submitted 6 months prior to the commencement of the event.

Before you act: Applications should be submitted at least 6 months before the event starts.

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Preliminary eligibility check

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Organisers delivering major events in Canberra
Must attract more than 5,000 overnight visitors and/or over 15,000 visitor nights in the ACT
Must increase visitor spending in Canberra
Must promote Canberra to domestic and international audiences where relevant
Must provide a high-quality event experience
Must fill a gap in Canberra's annual events calendar
Must support Canberra's reputation as a tourism and events destination
Must involve Canberra's diverse communities
Must have a current Australian business number (ABN)
Must hold public liability insurance for at least $20 million per incident